A Typical Cold?

Author:	Brent J.F. Hill Biology Department University of Central Arkansas bhill@uca.edu
Abstract:	In this problem-based learning case, a couple who has adopted a three-year-old toddler is concerned about the child’s health, in particular the fact that the boy wheezes when he breathes. Students work in groups to analyze a variety of information and formulate a diagnosis. The case was developed for a two-semester anatomy and physiology class for undergraduates to teach them about cell physiology and tissue anatomy.
Objectives:	Learn that cells have an electrical potential. Learn what an electrical and chemical gradient is for an ion. Learn the principles behind osmosis. Learn how membrane surface area and thickness influence diffusion rates. Be introduced to the tissues and organs of the body and their respective functions. Learn the location and function of many exocrine glands of the body.
Keywords:	Exocrine glands; osmosis; electrical potential; chemical gradient; diffusion rate; goblet cells; lung disease
Topical Area:	N/A
Educational Level:	Undergraduate lower division
Formats:	PDF
Type/Method:	Problem-Based Learning
Language:	English
Subject Headings:	Physiology Anatomy
Date Posted:	02/20/05
Date Modified:	N/A
Copyright:	Copyright held by the National Center for Case Study Teaching in Science, University at Buffalo, State University of New York. Please see our usage guidelines, which outline our policy concerning permissible reproduction of this work.

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